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The College Experience - STDV 100

The College Experience course at Raritan ValleyCommunity College is designed to help first-time students make a successful and productive transition from the secondary level to the collegiate environment. STDV100 is a 2-college credit course that can be used to fulfill free elective requirements.

The course topics include:
 
  • Differences between high school and college
  • Expectations of college students
  • Overview of Campus Services and Technology
  • Setting Goals
  • Understanding Learning Styles
  • Study Skills and Strategies
  • Time Management & Organization
  • Healthy Lifestyle Choices
  • Relationships
  • Values Exploration
  • Career Exploration
  • Topics in Diversity 
 

Students in the course complete the College Student Inventory which gives them greater insight into their motivation, coping, and strengths; the inventory also provides specific recommendations for the student to help them achieve success in their first semester and throughout their college career.

Sudents are prepared for their college experience and are able to meet the expectations and challenges of the academic environment at Raritan Valley and beyond.

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